Satisfaction among women: Differences between current users of barrier (male condom) and non-barrier methods

Abstract

In our study, satisfaction was mostly affected by heavy side effects and health risks of the methods resulting in less satisfaction with the contraceptive method among non-barrier method users. Other factors which may influence satisfaction deserve further investigation.

Contraception and women over 40 years of age: mixed‐method systematic review

“…Continuation of a method was also associated with women’s autonomy and strong intentions to stop child‐bearing, which illustrates how a woman’s position in her community can influence acceptance of a method (see, for example, Moursund & Kravdal 2003, Saleem & Bobak 2005). Continuation of condom use was reported by Aladag et al. (2006) as being high in women who were well‐educated, and had had fewer pregnancies, living children, births and abortions.…”

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Study of depot medroxyprogesterone acetate as an extended postpartum contraceptive at SCB medical college and hospital, Cuttack

“…They also mentioned that satisfaction from a method is often influenced by frequency of side effects and the outcomes on individuals' health. 19 Limitation: Sample size is small. Access to the clients was limited.…”

Comparing the satisfaction and efficacy of Cyclofem and contraceptive pills among females in Northern Iran: A randomized controlled trial study

“…[14] Conversely, such a comparative study has not been done in our country, a thorough study needed to be conducted to comparison of the efficacy and satisfaction of Cyclofem and contraceptive pills. Surely being aware of these important facts is a valuable finding which can be useful in solving some of the problems related to contraceptive methods and helps to plan some educational programs and appropriate interventions.…”